Jahmene Douglas has hit out at The X Factor for not offering enough mental health support to contestants

Since then he has gone on to release a successful solo album with fellow Sony record label RCA, and perform with the likes of Stevie Wonder, but in recent months in particular, he has had a well publicised battle with his mental health.

Speaking exclusively to The Sun Online at the One For The Boys charity gala, which raises money to help men fight cancer, Jahmene explained how he doesn't feel like the show does enough to support the wannabe singers.

He said: "One thing I want to talk about, which people don’t touch on, is the aftermath of The X Factor.

Just as One For The Boys encourages men to speak out about any health problems and worries about cancer, Jahmene believes it's important to encourage his peers to be open about their mental health too.

He said: "I feel like me being honest it helps, especially in males as we just don’t speak out. Hopefully it’s a good way to tie it back.

"I’m working through things, all I need is for my music to be heard as that’s the way that I channel my energy, that’s my purpose in life, it’s the reason why I’m here.

"That’s what keeps me going."

One For The Boys will be launching the Waiting Room, a pop-up in Canary Wharf, on Monday, June 12 until Wednesday, June 14. The doctors waiting room is disguised as the ultimate men’s retreat with massages, beard trimming, cars and gaming stations, but with doctors and nurses also on hand to offer advice on male cancers and what signs and symptoms to look out for. To find out more visit www.onefortheboys.com